Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
remifolium
ID:
269601

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 66: 124 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268933

Common Names

  • Philodendron Remifolium
  • Fiddle-Leaf Philodendron
  • Fiddle Leaf

Searching for Philodendron remifolium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Philodendron remifolium (also called Remi Philodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and it typically grows in wet forests at elevations of 100-2000 meters. It is a climbing plant with large, deeply lobed leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron remifolium is a popular houseplant and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to purify the air in homes and offices.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Philodendron remifolium sub. remifolium
Philodendron remifolium sub. sabulosum (G.S.Bunting) G.S.Bunting

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron remifolium is a small, white spathe. The seed is a small, black, shiny, smooth-surfaced berry. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

Searching for Philodendron remifolium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron remifolium can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. To propagate by division, carefully separate the rhizomes and replant in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by stem cuttings, cut a stem just below a leaf node and place in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. It should take several weeks for roots to form.

Where to Find Philodendron remifolium

Philodendron remifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Philodendron remifolium FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Philodendron remifolium?

Philodendron remifolium prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

How much sunlight does Philodendron remifolium need?

Philodendron remifolium prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

What type of soil is best for Philodendron remifolium?

Philodendron remifolium prefers a well-draining, peat-based soil mix.

Species in the Philodendron genus

Philodendron acreanum, Philodendron acuminatissimum, Philodendron acutifolium, Philodendron adhatodifolium, Philodendron advena, Philodendron aemulum, Philodendron alatum, Philodendron albisuccus, Philodendron alliodorum, Philodendron alternans, Philodendron alticola, Philodendron altomacaense, Philodendron amplisinum, Philodendron ampullaceum, Philodendron anaadu, Philodendron angustialatum, Philodendron angustilobum, Philodendron angustisectum, Philodendron anisotomum, Philodendron annulatum, Philodendron antonioanum, Philodendron appendiculatum, Philodendron applanatum, Philodendron appunii, Philodendron aristeguietae, Philodendron aromaticum, Philodendron atabapoense, Philodendron aurantiifolium, Philodendron auriculatum, Philodendron auritum, Philodendron auyantepuiense, Philodendron azulitense, Philodendron bahiense, Philodendron bakeri, Philodendron balaoanum, Philodendron barrosoanum, Philodendron basii, Philodendron basivaginatum, Philodendron benitezii, Philodendron billietiae, Philodendron bipennifolium, Philodendron biribiriense, Philodendron blanchetianum, Philodendron bogotense, Philodendron borgesii, Philodendron brandii, Philodendron brandtianum, Philodendron breedlovei, Philodendron brenesii, Philodendron brevispathum,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:193163-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.